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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]What would be a realistic budget for a family 5 to go to Australia - probably for 2 weeks over winter break in December - presumably to see the greatest hits but we are ok with Airbnb fwiw.

Kids would be 18, 16, and 13 at the time of trip. And this would be in 4.5 years! But I need to start saving sooner than later.

Is $30K too low ball of an estimate? That was my best guess. But I have no experience and I am essentially basing that estimate on vibes only :) [/quote]

We spent abut $35K for 5 of us to fly to South Africa for a blow out safari. I think 35K is quite expensive - unless you plan to really go luxury. yes, the airfare will cost but thereafter I don't see where the additional $20K will go in 2 weeks. Airbnb could be $4-5K. Rent a car. And the rest if just eating a shopping. Most of what Australia has to offer is the great outdoors, which is free.

Let's say $10K on airfare, $6K on lodging, and another $6K on expenses? That's only $22K. [/quote]

There are plenty of additional excursions that can add up. Eg reef trip, animal parks, Sydney Harbour bridge climb, Kakadu trip, etc. Few people go all that way and do none of these.

For only 2 weeks, need to include multiple internal flights for 5 people (more $ if coincide with mid-year school break).

Need to budget for car rentals. Airbnb may only be worth it if staying in one place at least a few days. In 4.5 years, don’t be surprised if there are more restrictions on Airbnb (ie current debate over housing pressures and Airbnb rentals reducing long term rentals for locals). [/quote]

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